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2018-2019 EIU Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

EIU Course Descriptions

Generally, courses numbered 1000-1999 are freshman courses; 2000-2999, sophomore courses; 3000-3999, junior courses; 4000-4999, senior courses; and 5000-6999, graduate courses. However, if prerequisites are met, students may enroll according to the following schedule:

 

Class   Courses Numbered
Freshman   1000   2000 a a
Sophomore   1000   2000 3000 a
Junior   1000   2000 3000 4000
Senior   1000   2000 3000 4000/5000-5499b
Graduate       4750-4999c 5000-6999  
  • a – Courses numbered 3000-4999 in chemistry, foreign languages, mathematics, and military science may be taken by students who have prerequisites and permission of the department chairperson.
  • b – Courses numbered 5000-5499 may be taken by students who have a 2.75 GPA and permission of instructor and Dean of the Graduate School.
  • c– Courses numbered 4750-4999 are open to juniors, seniors, and graduate students.

Numbers in parentheses following the course title indicate the number of class hours per week, laboratory or studio hours per week, and credit hours. For example (3-0-3) indicates three hours of classroom work each week, no laboratory hours, and three semester hours credit. Students enrolled in courses whose meeting times are noted as “arranged” (Arr.) should contact the instructor by the beginning of the semester. Unless indicated as below, courses are offered every term. Offering times indicated are: Su – Summer Term; F – Fall Semester; S - Spring Semester. Writing-Intensive courses are designated “WI.”

Prerequisites for courses are printed immediately following the course description. Prerequisites are predicated upon the assumption that students require certain knowledge and/or skills gained in one or more previous courses. Of particular concern in this regard are courses numbered 3000 or above, especially those required in majors and minors. Such courses often connect to a series of prerequisites, and, in many cases, only the highest ranking prerequisite in the series is listed with the course description. Students must be aware that the listed prerequisite may itself have one or more prerequisites. It is the student’s responsibility to consult the catalog course descriptions to be sure that all prerequisites in a series have been met.

A student may not enroll in a course serving as a prerequisite for another course he or she has already completed. (This rule does not apply to students who do not earn grades of C or better in ENG 1001G, ENG 1002G, and/or CMN 1310G or in accepted substitutions.) A student may not enroll in a lower level course which substantially duplicates a higher level course already completed. Should a student violate this prescription, he/she may not receive credit for the course toward graduation.
 

Chemistry & Biochemistry (CHM)
  

  • CHM 3910 - Chemical Thermodynamics and Kinetics.

    (3-0-3) F.  A study of the principles governing chemical change, including thermodynamics and kinetics.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prior completion of or concurrent enrollment in CHM 2730, MAT 2442, PHY 1361 and 1362.  Note: Prior completion of requisite MAT and PHY courses strongly recommended.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CHM 3915 - Physical Chemistry Laboratory.

    (1-4-2) S. Experimental investigation of the thermodynamic and kinetic behavior of several chemical systems. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CHM 3910 with grade of C or better.

    Credits: 2
  

  • CHM 3920 - Quantum Chemistry.

    (3-0-3) S. Introduction to the principles of quantum mechanics and their application to atoms, molecules, chemical bonding, and statistical thermodynamics.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CHM 2730 (or concurrent enrollment therein); PHY 1361 and 1362; MAT 2442.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CHM 3940 - Computer Programming in Chemistry.

    (1-3-2) S. Techniques in FORTRAN programming, data manipulation, curve fitting, numerical methods and computer graphics are developed with emphasis on applications in chemistry.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CHM 3910 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 2
  

  • CHM 4000 - Undergraduate Seminar.

    (2-0-0) Audit only. For seniors.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CHM 3001.

    Credits: 0
  

  • CHM 4001 - Undergraduate Seminar.

    (2-0-1) A thorough literature search of a recent development in chemistry and the presentation of a talk based on this search. For seniors.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CHM 4000.

    Credits: 1
  

  • CHM 44001 - Undergraduate Research I.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Laboratory or theoretical research in which the student works under the supervision of a faculty member. A written report is required. May be repeated once for credit and must be repeated prior to taking CHM 44002.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CHM 3500 or concurrent enrollment therein. Cumulative GPA of at least 2.50 (2.00 for chemistry majors with senior standing); permission of the instructor and department chairperson. A maximum of 3 semester hours from Undergraduate Research courses may be used toward chemistry major or minor requirements.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • CHM 44002 - Undergraduate Research II.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Laboratory or theoretical research in which the student works under the supervision of a faculty member. A written report is required. May be repeated once for credit and must be repeated prior to taking CHM 44003.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CHM 3500 and two semesters of CHM 44001. Cumulative GPA of at least 2.50 (2.00 for chemistry majors with senior standing); permission of the instructor and department chairperson. A maximum of 3 semester hours from Undergraduate Research courses may be used toward chemistry major or minor requirements.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • CHM 44003 - Undergraduate Research III.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Laboratory or theoretical research in which the student works under the supervision of a faculty member. A written report is required. May be repeated once for credit and must be repeated prior to taking CHM 44004.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Two semesters of CHM 44002. Cumulative GPA of at least 2.50 (2.00 for chemistry majors with senior standing); permission of the instructor and department chairperson. A maximum of 3 semester hours from Undergraduate Research courses may be used toward chemistry major or minor requirements.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • CHM 44004 - Undergraduate Research IV.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Laboratory or theoretical research in which the student works under the supervision of a faculty member. A written report is required. May be repeated once for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Two semesters of CHM 44003. Cumulative GPA of at least 2.50 (2.00 for chemistry majors with senior standing); permission of the instructor and department chairperson. A maximum of 3 semester hours from Undergraduate Research courses may be used toward chemistry major or minor requirements.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • CHM 44101 - Independent Study I.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Intensive individual study on a topic in chemistry selected by the student under the supervision of an instructor. May not be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the department chairperson and instructor. A maximum of three semester hours credit from Independent Studies courses may be applied to the major in chemistry.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • CHM 44102 - Independent Study II.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Intensive individual study on a topic in chemistry selected by the student under the supervision of an instructor. May not be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the department chairperson and instructor. A maximum of three semester hours credit from Independent Studies courses may be applied to the major in chemistry.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • CHM 44103 - Independent Study III.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Intensive individual study on a topic in chemistry selected by the student under the supervision of an instructor. May not be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the department chairperson and instructor. A maximum of three semester hours credit from Independent Studies courses may be applied to the major in chemistry.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • CHM 44104 - Independent Study IV.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Intensive individual study on a topic in chemistry selected by the student under the supervision of an instructor. May not be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the department chairperson and instructor. A maximum of three semester hours credit from Independent Studies courses may be applied to the major in chemistry.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • CHM 44441 - Honors Independent Study I.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Intensive individual study on a topic in chemistry selected by the student under the supervision of the instructor and the departmental honors coordinator. May not be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator, chairperson, and instructor. A maximum of three semester hours credit of Honors Independent Study may be applied to Departmental Honors and the major in chemistry.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • CHM 44442 - Honors Independent Study II.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Intensive individual study on a topic in chemistry selected by the student under the supervision of the instructor and the departmental honors coordinator. May not be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator, chairperson, and instructor. A maximum of three semester hours credit of Honors Independent Study may be applied to Departmental Honors and the major in chemistry.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • CHM 44443 - Honors Independent Study III.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Intensive individual study on a topic in chemistry selected by the student under the supervision of the instructor and the departmental honors coordinator. May not be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator, chairperson, and instructor. A maximum of three semester hours credit of Honors Independent Study may be applied to Departmental Honors and the major in chemistry.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • CHM 44444 - Honors Independent Study IV.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Intensive individual study on a topic in chemistry selected by the student under the supervision of the instructor and the departmental honors coordinator. May not be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator, chairperson, and instructor. A maximum of three semester hours credit of Honors Independent Study may be applied to Departmental Honors and the major in chemistry.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • CHM 45551 - Honors Research I.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Research into an experimental or theoretical aspect of modern chemistry undertaken with close supervision of an honors faculty member. Written report required. May be repeated once for credit and must be repeated prior to taking CHM 45552. Note: Two semester hours are required of students in the Departmental Honors Program. A maximum of three additional semester hours credit from Honors Research courses may be applied to Departmental Honors and the major in chemistry.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CHM 3500 or concurrent enrollment therein. Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator, chairperson, and instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • CHM 45552 - Honors Research II.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Research into an experimental or theoretical aspect of modern chemistry undertaken with close supervision of an honors faculty member. Written report required. May be repeated once for credit. Two semester hours of CHM 45551 is required for Departmental Honors Program. A maximum of three additional semester hours credit from Honors Research courses may be applied to Departmental Honors and the major in chemistry.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Two semesters of CHM 45551. Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator, chairperson, and instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • CHM 45553 - Honors Research III.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Research into an experimental or theoretical aspect of modern chemistry undertaken with close supervision of an honors faculty member. Written report required. May be repeated once for credit. Two semester hours of CHM 45551 is required for Departmental Honors Program. A maximum of three additional semester hours credit from Honors Research courses may be applied to Departmental Honors and the major in chemistry.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Two semesters of CHM 45552. Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator, chairperson, and instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • CHM 4644 - Honors Thesis.

    (Arr.-Arr.-3) Written thesis and oral presentation based upon a survey of the chemical literature and student’s original research under close supervision of a chemistry honors faculty member. Required of students in the Departmental Honors Program. May not be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A minimum of two credit hours in CHM 45551; admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator, chairperson, and instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CHM 4666 - Honors Seminar.

    (1-0-1) On Demand. Directed reading and group discussion of advanced topics from a variety of sources including both classical and recent chemical research papers. Required of students in the Departmental Honors Program.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator, chairperson and instructor.

    Credits: 1
  

  • CHM 4750 - Environmental Chemistry.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. The chemistry of environmental processes and chemical contaminants in the hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere; the impact of energy generation on the global environment; the toxicology of specific chemical compounds.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CHM 2730; CHM 2430 or CHM 2840.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CHM 4770 - Molecular Spectroscopy.

    (0-6-2) F. Application of spectroscopic techniques to study molecular structures, properties and dynamics.  Methods used include vibrational and rotational spectroscopy, laser spectroscopy, and computational techniques. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CHM 3915 (with a grade of C or better) and CHM 3920; or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 2
  

  • CHM 4790 - Medicinal Chemistry.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. Basic principles of pharmacology, drug-receptor interaction, physiochemical properties as related to biological activity; synthesis of medicinally important molecules including strategic considerations.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CHM 2840 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CHM 4800 - Selected Topics in Chemistry.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1 to 3) On Demand. A course in a selected area of chemistry. May be repeated once for credit if a different topic is taught.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Variable depending on topic.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • CHM 4860 - Advanced Biochemistry.

    (3-0-3) F. Topics may include protein structure and function, enzyme mechanisms, transcription, DNA replication, regulation of DNA expression, and cellular signaling pathways.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CHM 3460 or 3450 with instructor permission.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CHM 4900 - Inorganic Chemistry II.

    (3-0-3) F. Bonding, structures, and reactivity of inorganic, organometallic, and bioinorganic compounds.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CHM 2310 with a grade of C or better; CHM 3910 (or concurrent enrollment therein).

    Credits: 3
  

  • CHM 4915 - Advanced Laboratory.

    (1-6-3)  S.  An interdisciplinary laboratory course featuring experiments in inorganic, organic, and organometallic chemistry.  Experiments will emphasize advanced techniques of chemical research, including the synthesis and characterization of important classes of inorganic, organic, and organometallic compounds.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CHM 2840, 2845, 3780, and 4900. Prior completion of CHM 3915 recommended.

    Credits: 3

Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS)
  

  • CLS 4000 - Clinical Chemistry I.

    (4 to 6) Theory and practice of analytical biochemistry as applied to pathologic states, methodology, and instrumentation. Mathematics and statistics involved in reagent preparation, result determination and quality control are included.

    Credits: 4 to 6
  

  • CLS 4005 - Clinical Chemistry II.

    (2 to 5) Theory and practice of analytical biochemistry as applied to urine and body fluids, including specialized tests for drugs and endocrine functions.

    Credits: 2 to 5
  

  • CLS 4010 - Clinical Hematology.

    (4 to 6) Study of the origin, development, morphology, physiology, and pathophysiology of the formed elements of the blood and bone marrow. Manual and automated hematological procedures used in diagnosis of diseases are included.

    Credits: 4 to 6
  

  • CLS 4020 - Clinical Hemostasis.

    (1 to 2) Study of the platelet, vascular, coagulation, and fibrinolytic systems related to disease states and therapeutic monitoring.

    Credits: 1 to 2
  

  • CLS 4030 - Clinical Immunohematology.

    (3 to 5) Study of red cell antigen-antibody systems, antibody screening and identification, compatibility testing, and immunopathologic conditions. Donor requirements and blood component preparation and theory are included.

    Credits: 3 to 5
  

  • CLS 4040 - Clinical Immunology.

    (2 to 3) Study of the protective and adverse aspects of cellular and humoral immune responses. Theory, test procedures based on antigen-antibody reactions, and analysis of clinical significance of test results are included.

    Credits: 2 to 3
  

  • CLS 4050 - Clinical Microbiology I.

    (5 to 6) Theory and practice of the isolation and identification of pathogenic bacteria and myco-bacteria through culture specificity, morphology, biochemical and/or serological reactions, and drug susceptibility. Clinical testing is related to disease states.

    Credits: 5 to 6
  

  • CLS 4055 - Clinical Microbiology II.

    (2 to 3) Theory and practice of the isolation and identification of fungi, animal parasites, rickettsia, and viruses, utilizing morphological, cultural, biochemical, and serological methods. Clinical testing is related to disease states and epidemiology.

    Credits: 2 to 3
  

  • CLS 4060 - Special Topics in Clinical Laboratory Science.

    (1) Overview of medical ethics, patient approach, theory and practice of phlebotomy techniques, laboratory safety, applications of laboratory computer systems, and clinical research methods.

    Credits: 1
  

  • CLS 4070 - Clinical Management and Education.

    (1) A basic introduction to the principles and theory of management and education as related to the clinical laboratory. The special responsibilities of the clinical laboratory scientist in management and education are addressed.

    Credits: 1

College of Sciences (CSC)
  

  • CSC 3100 - Global Threats and Problems.

    (3-0-3) S. An interdisciplinary study of current global problems. Four different social scientific approaches will be used to analyze complex questions regarding the survival of humanity given current threats to our environments, cultures, geopolitical affiliations, and socioeconomic structures. Topics may include famine, terrorism, information control, and disease, among others. Course may not be repeated. Cross-listed with ECN/GEO/PLS/SOC 3100.

    Credits: 3

Communication Disorders and Sciences (CDS)
  

  • CDS 2000 - Introduction to Communication Disorders & Sciences.

    (1-0-1) F, S. An overview of the profession, scope of practice, work settings, research applications to clinical practice, and impact of communication disorders. Topics will be addressed using interactive seminar format with portfolio assessment. WI

    Credits: 1
  

  • CDS 2100 - Phonetics and Phonological Development.

    (3-1-3) S. A study of the physiologic and acoustic bases of phonemes in the English language. The course will include transcription skills of the International Phonetic Alphabet. This course develops an understanding of normal, culturally different and disordered phonological systems through the lifespan.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CDS 2200 - Language Acquisition.

    (3-0-3) The course will cover theoretical foundation for defining language, the major components of language and normal acquisition sequences from infant precursors through early childhood and adolescence. Patterns of normal acquisition as a guide for evaluation of developmental disorders are presented.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CDS 2500 - Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech, Language, Swallowing, and Hearing Mechanism.

    (3-0-3) F. Study of the basic neurological, anatomical and physiological processes of speech, language, swallowing and hearing.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CDS 2800 - Speech and Hearing Science.

    (3-0-3) S. Application of basic acoustic and physiologic information to normal voice and speech production, involving respiration, phonation, resonance and articulation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CDS 2500, and PHY 1071 & PHY 1072, or permission of the department chair.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CDS 3100 - Phonological Assessment and Remediation.

    (3-0-3) F. Study of the diagnostic evaluation and intervention techniques for functional phonological disorders. Assessment and remediation procedures include options within phonological rule-based and traditional motor-production approaches.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the major, CDS 2100.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CDS 3200 - Developmental Language Disorders.

    (3-0-3) F. Study and application of the causes of language disorders and the assessment and intervention strategies applied to language disordered children in early, middle, or later stages of language development in both major and minority cultures.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the major, CDS 2200; or permission of the chair.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CDS 3500 - Neurological/Embryological Aspects of Communication.

    (3-0-3) S. Study of the neurological and embryological process of human communication.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the major, CDS 2500, or permission of the Chair.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CDS 3700 - Diagnosis and Treatment of Communication Disorders.

    (3-0-3) F. Study of general diagnostic principles and techniques including case history development and speech mechanism exams, general treatment principles and paradigms, and clinical report writing.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prior completion or concurrent enrollment in CDS 3100, CDS 3200; Admission to the Communication Disorders and Sciences major.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CDS 3900 - Introduction to Clinical Techniques in Communication Disorders and Sciences.

    (2-0-2) F, S. An introduction to a variety of methodologies used in the management of communication disorders. This course will include both lecture and small group discussion of video clips demonstrating the methodologies covered in lecture. Students will shadow a clinician to prepare them for future clinical practicum assignments. Students will complete 25 hours of pre-clinical observation required by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Course restricted to CDS majors. This course is graded A, B, C, N/C. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the major and prior completion of CDS 3100, 3200, and 3700. Course may not be repeated.

    Credits: 2
  

  • CDS 4300 - Introduction to Audiology.

    (3-0-3) F. The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of audiologic assessment and associated hearing disorders and to review the necessary hearing science principles.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the major, CDS 2500 and 2800; or permission of the Department Chair.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CDS 4350 - Aural Rehabilitation.

    (3-0-3) S. To acquire knowledge concerning hearing impairment and its impact on speech and language characteristics of children and adults. The student will learn tests and techniques which are fundamental to the rehabilitation and management of the hearing impaired person.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the major, CDS 4300; or permission of the department chair.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CDS 4600 - Seminar in Communication Disorders and Sciences.

    (3-0-3) F, S. A case study format is used to explore the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of speech, language, and hearing disorders. The focus of this course is on the use of critical thinking skills and evidence-based practice information to design diagnostic plans, interpret diagnostic results and develop treatment plans. The course will allow students to integrate and apply information from numerous university and departmental undergraduate learning goals in this capstone experience. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Completion of CDS 3100, 3200, and 3700; and completion of or concurrent enrollment in CDS 3900 and 4300. Open only to Senior CDS majors. Course may not be repeated.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CDS 4644 - Honors Thesis.

    (Arr.-Arr.-3) (Replaces six semester hours of electives.) (May be repeated once to a maximum of six semester hours). Original research in speech, language, or hearing science. A written report and oral presentation are required. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prior completion or concurrent enrollment in CDS 4666; Admission to the Department Honors Program in Communication Disorders and Sciences and permission of the department honors coordinator and department chair.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CDS 4666 - Honors Seminar.

    (Arr.-Arr.-3) S. Reading and discussion of original research projects in speech, language, or hearing science. Attendance at presentations of original research.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Department Honors Program in Communication Disorders & Sciences and permission of the department honors coordinator and department chair.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CDS 4690 - Honors Seminar in Communication Disorders and Sciences.

    (3-1-3) F, S. A case study format is used to explore the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of speech, language, and hearing disorders. The focus of this course is on the use of critical thinking skills and evidence-based practice information to design diagnostic plans, interpret diagnostic results and develop treatment plans. The lab component which is unique to the honor’s course will discuss research methods and experimental designs for answering evidence-based diagnostic and treatment questions.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and completion of CDS 3100, 3200, 3700, 3900, 4666, and PSY 2610; and completion of or current enrollment in CDS 4300. Open only to Senior CDS majors. Course may not be repeated.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CDS 4810 - Sign Language and Deaf Culture for the Speech-Language-Pathologist.

    (2-0-2) S. This course will introduce students to varied forms of manual communication (e.g., signed English, American Sign Language, Cued Speech) and Deaf Culture. Students will develop accuracy and fluency with receptive and expressive signing skills, including basic vocabulary and simple conversation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Communication Disorders & Sciences major.

    Credits: 2
  

  • CDS 4815 - Augmentative and Alternative Communication.

    (2-1-2) S. Course will provide information on alternative and augmentative communication systems (AAC) for individuals with severe communication disorders. Students will gain mastery of knowledge and skills necessary for assessment and treatment of individuals who use AAC. Students will also gain operational competence and have hands on practice with a variety of AAC systems. Course restricted to Communication Disorders & Sciences majors.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CDS 3100, 3200, and 3700.

    Credits: 2
  

  • CDS 4850 - Independent Study.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1 to 6) (May be repeated once to maximum of six semester hours.) Independent directed study in speech, language, or hearing processes or disorders.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to major and permission of department chair.

    Credits: 1 to 6
  

  • CDS 4900 - Clinical Practice.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1) F, S. (Credit/No Credit) Supervised work with persons with a communication disorder.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the major, CDS 3100, 3200, 3700, 3900; a major GPA of 2.75 and a cumulative GPA of 2.50; or permission of the department chairperson. May be repeated for a maximum of 2 semester hours with permission of the Department Chair.  This course is available during Summer Session only with permission of the department chair.

    Credits: 1

Communication Studies (CMN)
  

  • CMN 1310G - Introduction to Speech Communication.

    (3-0-3) (Graded A, B, C, N/C) Fundamental principles of selecting, analyzing, evaluating, organizing, developing, and communicating information, evidence, and points of view orally. The course includes instruction in techniques of listening and informative, persuasive, and reactive speaking. Note: A grade of ‘C’ or better in ENG 1001G, ENG 1002G, and CMN 1310G or in accepted substitutions is a requirement for the Bachelor’s degree at Eastern as well as a General Education requirement. C2 900

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 1390G - Introduction to Speech Communication, Honors.

    (3-0-3) (Graded A, B, C, N/C) Fundamental principles of selecting, analyzing, evaluating, organizing, developing and communicating information, evidence, and points of view orally. The course includes techniques of listening and informative, persuasive, and reactive speaking. C2 900

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the University Honors College.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 1500 - Television & Video Development.

    (1-0-1) On Demand. This course focuses on the development process of both the creation of television and video content as well as that of the individual producer. Students will learn about the industry, future careers, the resources and opportunities available at EIU, pre-production formats (scripts, storyboard, pitches), the narrative structure, logistics, and types of productions. This course prepares students for navigating productions, a major or minor in media, and their profession after graduation. 

    Credits: 1
  

  • CMN 2010 - Introduction to Communication Theories.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. A survey of communication theories in rhetorical, public, interpersonal, organizational, and mediated contexts.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 2040 - Argumentation and Critical Thinking.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. The course is a study of how to build, critique, and adapt arguments within a climate of disagreement. Practice in gathering and evaluation of evidence, selection and evaluation of reasoning, and the production, criticism and refinement of both oral and written arguments.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 23751 - Practical Experience I.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1) F. This course gives students practical experience in communication practices in an organizational setting.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    The course is restricted to majors and minors in the Department of Communication Studies. May be repeated once for a combined maximum credit of 4 semester hours in practical experience.

    Credits: 1
  

  • CMN 23752 - Practical Experience II.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1) F. This course gives students practical experience in communication practices in an organizational setting.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    The course is restricted to majors and minors in the Department of Communication Studies. May be repeated once for a combined maximum credit of 4 semester hours in practical experience.

    Credits: 1
  

  • CMN 23753 - Practical Experience III.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1) F. This course gives students practical experience in communication practices in an organizational setting.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    The course is restricted to majors and minors in the Department of Communication Studies. May be repeated once for a combined maximum credit of 4 semester hours in practical experience.

    Credits: 1
  

  • CMN 23754 - Practical Experience IV.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1) F. This course gives students practical experience in communication practices in an organizational setting.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    The course is restricted to majors and minors in the Department of Communication Studies. May be repeated once for a combined maximum credit of 4 semester hours in practical experience.

    Credits: 1
  

  • CMN 2500 - Production I.

    (2-2-3) On Demand. This production-centered course teaches the foundational elements of visual storytelling through video, television, and film. These foundational elements include narrative construction, visual composition, genre aesthetics, visual brand development, characterization, and non-linear editing in order to communicate a unified message through video, audio, and graphics.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 2520 - Introduction to Mass Communication.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course provides a survey of the current media landscape including television, radio, film, mobile communication, recorded music, and new media. The course examines the historical context for and theoretical perspectives of electronic and emergent media in the 20th and 21st centuries. Additionally, the course traces the interrelated nature of the media industry and producers, mediated messages, and audiences to examine how these changing relationships impact the mediated landscape. No print journalism covered.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 2525 - Studio Production.

    (1-4-3) On Demand. Students receive an overview of the electronic media and learn basic audio and video production theories and techniques.  Emphasis is on studio production.  Students will be required to complete laboratory hours at WEIU-TV.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2500.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 2550 - Audio Production & Voice Work I.

    (2-2-3) On Demand. This audio production course focuses on symbolic practices through sound for the purposes of radio, television, video, and film. Students will learn the scripting, production, and non-linear editing of audio content, storytelling through sound, broadcast announcing and vocal delivery techniques, and recording and integrating audio into video. MC 918

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2500

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 2630 - Introduction to Interpersonal Communication.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course surveys theory and research related to interpersonal communication.  The course focuses on effectively managing personal and professional relationships, including family, friend, romantic and workplace relationships.  Students are exposed to principles of human communication with special emphasis placed on critical thinking as a tool for improving everyday communication skills.  The course’s format consists of lectures, group discussions, experiential activities, and written assignments that require students’ active involvement.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 2650 - Introduction to Organizational Communication.

    (3-0-3) This course includes basic theories, structures and functions of communication in business and professional settings. It also includes effective leadership, decision making, and management of communication techniques.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 2920 - Introduction to Public Relations.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course surveys the history, growth and practice of public relations while also addressing major contemporary issues facing practitioners today. It introduces students to the basic concepts and principles of the practice, focusing on approaches, uses, tools, and methods. The course provides students with the foundation necessary to be successful in the field and understand current trends in the profession and academic discipline.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 2990 - Introduction to Rhetorical Studies.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. Through the study of the rhetorical tradition, this course offers students the analytical tools to dissect persuasive and communicative public messages within the contexts of diversity and difference, and discover the limitations of those messages and the realities they create. A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3000 - Communication Research Methods.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course introduces students to research methods in Communication Studies. It surveys the major approaches to communication data collection using quantitative and qualitative research methods.  Students will become familiar with the research process by reviewing literature, collecting and analyzing data, and using APA style to write up research reports and/or textual analysis. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A grade of “C” or better in CMN 2010.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3020 - Public Relations Research, Evaluation, and Measurement.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course surveys the major approaches to data collection and analysis found in the contemporary practice of public relations. It includes an examination of the primary qualitative and quantitative methods used in public relations and how practitioners use data to inform their strategic choices. The course provides students with the foundation necessary to understand public relations research and explains its importance in strategic message creation, monitoring public relations programs, and the evaluation of message effectiveness.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3030 - Promotional Communication.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of communication principles and skills in applied contexts. Use and implications of new technologies for communication practitioners are addressed. Skills emphasized include the design, creation, and integration of visual communication in presentations, online/web format and in print, as well as project management. A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3050(2575) - Production II.

    (1-4-3) On Demand. This intermediate course extends upon the skills and concepts of television, video, and film production as introduced in Production I. Students refine their visual storytelling abilities through a series of creative, persuasive, and reality-based production projects with a special emphasis on visual composition, directing, audio, characterization, and refinement in post-production.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2500. Note: This course replaces CMN 2575, effective Fall 2018.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3100 - Persuasion.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. This class will study symbolic communication intended to influence beliefs, attitudes, values, and behaviors. The course will focus on the critical assessment of persuasive messages, with additional attention to the theories and research behind persuasive message construction.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3210 - Rhetorics of Protest, Movement, and Resistance.

    (3-0-3)  On Demand.  Focused on western rhetorics of resistance from the 19 th Century to the present, this course offers a survey of “texts” including speeches, manifestos, poetry, music, photographs, embodied protests, films, documentaries, websites, and coercive actions in an effort to analyze the rhetorical nature of social movement and change.  WI

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3220 - Rhetoric of Race.

    (3-0-3)  On Demand.  This course examines the relationship between communication, race, and ethnicity in public discourse. Students will study rhetorical constructions of race and ethnicity and the ways in which those constructions embody and respond to social relations and power.  WI

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3230 - Advanced Public Speaking.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. Principles and techniques of audience analysis, topic analysis and preparation, communication theories, and performance and evaluation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 1310G or CMN 1390G.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3240 - Religion in the American Public Sphere.

    (3-0-3)  On Demand.  This course will explore the intersection of religion and public discourse in the political, social, and cultural spheres of the United States.  The course will examine the extent to which religious ideas and language influence our collective identities and our ability to conceptualize various social, cultural, political, and ethical issues.  WI

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3260 - Rhetoric of Class.

    (3-0-3)  On Demand.  This course examines ways in which socio-economic class is constituted through public discourses. Students will learn how to use critical theories to investigate discourses that sustain a multilayered class system. Topics include the discourses of poverty, homelessness, immigration, and media representations of class.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3270 - Communication and Popular Culture.

    (3-0-3)  On Demand.  This course will examine texts normally not thought of as persuasive in an effort to examine how popular culture, as manifested through various forms of discourse, exerts influence on various audiences.  WI

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3300 - Interviewing.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. This writing intensive course is designed for students to become thoroughly knowledgeable in the process of interviewing in various contexts. Students will engage in projects related to each context and demonstrate expertise via several interview projects and major research papers. WI

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3470 - Small Group Communication.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course covers the definition, structure, and functions of small groups. It examines theories and processes of communication that occur in formal and informal groups in professional, civic, and other contexts. Special attention is paid to the ways in which communication in small groups relates to critical and analytical thinking in small group decision making and problem solving, diversity in small groups, roles and leadership in small groups, and oral presentations in small groups. A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3520 - Audio Production & Voice Work II.

    1-4-3) On Demand. This advanced production course focuses on sound projects for various broadcast and narrowcast media. Centered around radio production, but with multiple video-integrated audio projects, the course examines the symbolic practices in audio broadcasting structures and programming, long-form interview and storytelling, and expert voice work for a variety of radio, televisual, and filmic situations.  MC 915

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2550.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3530 - Film Communication.

    (3-2-4) Film as the expression of the performers, producers, directors, writers, and technicians. Critical discussion of film theory, history, and criticism. WI

    Credits: 4
  

  • CMN 3540 - Production III.

    (1-4-3) On Demand. Students learn to communicate visually with advanced camera, lighting, and editing techniques. Students will study and create a variety of digital media projects for film, TV, and the web.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 3050.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3560 - International Communication.

    (3-0-3) On Demand.  Examines cultural, social, political, economic, and regulatory dimensions of international communication media: topics include nation, nationalism, culture, and communication; comparative studies of international media systems; communication and development; international relations, diplomacy, and the media; the rise of global culture; cultural autonomy and globalization.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2520.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3570A - Topics in Media History I.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. Topics in Media History provides an in-depth study of the history of one particular medium (e.g. film, radio, television, or the internet). It will cover the development of media technology, the structure of media institutions and their regulation, and the social and cultural significance of these media.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2520. May be repeated once when topics vary.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3570B - Topics in Media History II.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. Topics in Media History provides an in-depth study of the history of one particular medium (e.g. film, radio, television, or the internet). It will cover the development of media technology, the structure of media institutions and their regulation, and the social and cultural significance of these media.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2520. May be repeated once when topics vary.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3570D - Topics in Media History III.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. Topics in Media History provides an in-depth study of the history of one particular medium (e.g. film, radio, television, or the internet). It will cover the development of media technology, the structure of media institutions and their regulation, and the social and cultural significance of these media.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2520. May be repeated once when topics vary.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3610 - Broadcast News.

    (2-2-3) On Demand. The study and practice of basic broadcast news skills with an emphasis on gathering, writing, producing and disseminating information via radio and television. Cross-listed with JOU 3610. WC

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    JOU 3002 or CMN 3050, or permission of instructor. Credit not granted for both JOU 3610 and CMN 3610.

    Credits: 3
  

  • CMN 3620 - Advanced Broadcast News.

    (2-2-3) On Demand. The study and practice of advanced broadcast news skills with an emphasis on writing, shooting, editing, anchoring, reporting and producing news for radio, television and online media. Cross-listed with JOU 3620.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN/JOU 3610 or permission of instructor. Credit not granted for both JOU 3620 and CMN 3620.

    Credits: 3
 

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